Chris Merkord 24 Posted June 24, 2013 Science Codex Study reveals uncertainty over the benefits of feeding birds in winter Science Codex The results of a new study, carried out by researchers at the University of Exeter and the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO), has found that feeding wild blue tits in winter resulted in less successful breeding during the following spring. The ... View the full article Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ScienceDaily 2 Posted June 24, 2013 Scientists have found that feeding wild blue tits in winter resulted in less successful breeding during the following spring. Read the full article on ScienceDaily Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris Merkord 24 Posted June 24, 2013 RedOrbit Study Questions Benefits Of Feeding Wild Winter Birds RedOrbit “Our research questions the benefits of feeding wild birds over winter,” said lead researcher Jon Blount, from the University of Exeter. “Although the precise reasons why fed populations subsequently have reduced reproductive success are unclear, it ... and more » View the full article Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris Merkord 24 Posted June 25, 2013 Feeding wild birds may harm breeding Planet Earth Dr Kate Plummer of the British Trust for Ornithology, who is first author of the research, says that it is possible the new results are because extra food helps birds who would not otherwise have survived to breed. The poor condition of these birds ... View the full article Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites